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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

3 years

This is Digby. Today he did something amazing and helped save a young woman who was thinking of taking her own life on a bridge over the M5 near Exeter (thread👇)

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She was asked if she would like to come and meet Digby if she came back over the railings, which we are pleased to say she did. We wish the woman involved all the best in her recovery.

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When Digby arrived, the young woman immediately swung her head round to look, and smiled. This got a conversation started about Digby and his role at the fire service.

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One of the fire crews had the idea to bring along Digby, our ‘defusing’ dog. Digby helps crews who have been exposed to trauma during talking therapy ‘diffusing’ sessions.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

If you need someone to talk to, contact @Samaritans on 116 123 or visit

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We were at the incident as part of a multi-agency response. Police negotiators were speaking with the woman but the situation was becoming increasingly worrying.

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Today, we have sadly lost a valued and much loved serving member of our team. Watch Manager Mark Quick was a very popular member of our Service and will be missed by all.

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@DSFireUpdates

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Please do not set off sky lanterns & fireworks in support of our amazing carers. Lanterns are a fire hazard & pose a risk to livestock & agriculture. Please support our NHS & carers by clapping. The National Fire Chiefs Council have issued a message

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

One of our fire engines skidded on ice and left the road this morning while on its way to help other motorists. No one was harmed but this highlights the dangers of black ice, even for well trained and experienced drivers. If you have to travel, take extra care on the roads.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Thank you ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Digby our very own therapy dog, is very grateful for all the offers of treats and gifts, but he would rather you donate to people who are in difficult situations. Like the samaritans or The Fire Fighters Charity @firefighters999 🚒

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

A shout at #Plympton fire station last tonight had for the first time a all female crew in the back!! Proud of you girls! #Girlpower #Devon

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

We are supporting @LondonFire campaign #FirefightingSexism as the term fireman is outdated & no one has had that job title since late 80s.

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

Our firefighters have a message for the national team 🚒⚽️ #itscominghome #worldcup #russia2018 #england #ENGCRO

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Firefighters working with @EnvAgencySW colleagues to rescue dozens of salmon stuck in a leat near the Mill on the Exe pub, Exeter. Firefighters caught them and winched them up from the culvert to ground level, and agency staff released them safely into the river. Great team work!

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Our Bovey Tracey crew sang Happy Birthday to Jack Moon naval war veteran, to celebrate his 100th birthday. Jack said “It brought back memories from the war seeing fire crews fighting fires when London was bombed. They made a 100-year-old man very happy.” #KindnessMatters ❤️

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

And they're off! Six of our firefighters set off to run 200 miles to #London , fundraising for #GrenfellTower colleagues #run4grenfell

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

We can confirm that the moorland fire on Dartmoor near Peter Tavy is now out and we have left the area.

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

We have been overwhelmed by all the messages of thanks from our communities for fire crews' tireless work through the weather. We'd like to thank all our #999family @DC_Police @ASPolice @HighwaysSWEST @swasFT & all the many people who help to keep everyone safe. #staysafe

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

We have sadly lost one of our firefighting family. Firefighter Rich 'Midds' Middleton passed away on Saturday after a long illness. He served at Yeovil Fire Station and was a dedicated and highly valued firefighter. Our thoughts are with Rich's family, friends, and colleagues.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Did you see our dog Digby on BBC Breakfast this morning with his handler Matt?

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Hero dog Digby 😍 The therapy dog helped a young woman who was thinking of taking her own life. On #BBCBreakfast handler Matt Goodman explains what happened ⤵️

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@DSFireUpdates

5 years

A massive well done to our co-responders from Crediton, who attended a property this evening on behalf of @swasFT to find a woman in labour. Our crew helped to deliver a baby boy prior to the arrival of Ambulance crews. Many congratulations from Fire Control. Great news story!

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

Fire Control had a special visit this afternoon from Digby the new therapy dog 🐶 He’s very cute!

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@DSFireUpdates

1 year

The engines may have changed, but as in Trumpton, our crews are always ready to go! 🚒 Our crews at Buckfastleigh fire station did a fantastic job creating this video! #firefighters #Trumpton

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Favourite call of the night so far: Caller - I'm looking out of my window and can see a huge fire that is getting bigger 😮oh hang on........it's the moon 🤦‍♂️😅 #Youcouldntmakeitup

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

These #headsetheros are Green Watch Fire control getting an award for their part in a truly horrible night shift on Sat 20th Feb. They were the first point of contact for the dreadful fire fatality in Exeter, but also dealt with a 12 pump fire, high speed RTC and a Water Rescue

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

This is very true. Huge thanks to Digby’s handler Matt for a superb job today, the training and support he gives Digby every day, and what the duo do for crews who have experienced traumatic situations 👏🏼 #dreamteam

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@DSFireUpdates I reckon his awesome handler Matt needs a shout out as well, what a brilliant team 👍

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

Congratulations to our six firefighters on completing the @run4grenfell from #exeter to #London . We are very proud of you! #run4grenfell

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

This hot #weather raises the risk of #wildfires starting. Livestock, wildlife & woodland can all be devastated. Please don't leave bottles or glass behind as sunlight shining through glass can start a fire. Put out cigarettes, matches, bonfires & BBQ's.

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

We'd like to say a big thank you to the public and the media for your support and help throughout #StormEmma . Thanks for heeding our advice and staying safe. The way communities have come together and helped each other is really impressive!

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

This is Shannan from White Watch Control, who has just successfully dealt with her first incident as an Officer in Charge at a property fire in Torquay. Shannan is also retained at #PrinceTown . Big thanks to White Watch #Torquay for giving her the opportunity. #lookingthepart

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

Thanks to @RSPCA_official and @RSPCAExeter for helping us equip every fire engine in Devon and Somerset with @helpsmokeypaws animal oxygen masks

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@DSFireUpdates

5 years

Have you HERD the one about a cow stuck in a tree? Well it happened this evening! Crews from #Cullompton and #Exmouth successfully released this cow who was well and truly stuck and unable to mooooooove and he didn't even say thank you..... how dairy 🤣

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Our firefighters have started training with @swasFT to crew five ambulances in Devon and Somerset. 🚑 💙 🚒 The ambulances will be crewed by both wholetime and on-call firefighters who are trained in blue light driving and accompanied by @swasFT medics.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Just took a 999 call from someone holidaying in Devon who could see a possible fire in his kitchen (via home camera) in #WelwynGardenCity 😯quick phone call to our headset hero colleagues in @HertsFRSControl and a response sent immediately from @HFRS 👍👍☎️🚒👍

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Our crew at Williton were on hand to celebrate the wedding of their colleague Sarka to Kate with a guard of honour! ❤️ 🌈 Congratulations to the happy couple, we were so pleased to be part of your special day. 🚒 Photo by Love of Mine photography

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Devon and Somerset Fire Control Blue Watch applauding everyone in the NHS and other key workers who are helping to keep everyone safe in these unusual times. Please #StayHome and respect the lockdown this bank holiday weekend

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3 years

Update about the fire on Dartmoor (thread): 💨 the weather is making conditions for firefighting extremely dangerous - it’s very windy and low visibility ...

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

For the second time today, Fire Control has had to give Fire Survival Guidance to somebody who was unable to get out of their property that was on fire 😮 That's 7 people this Christmas day that have been rescued by Fire Crews #Headsetheros #Teamwork #alwaysheretohelp 👍👩‍🚒☎️🚒

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Sorry it's late (we were really busy) #Betterlatethannever but here is White Watch Fire control taking part in the 👏for #NHSheroes and #Carers all over the world. Thank you for all that you do and are doing in such awful times. Let's help them by #StayingInDoors #Wewillbeatthis

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@DSFireUpdates

5 years

Emergency services out in force to support #ExeterPride 🌈

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@DSFireUpdates

4 months

Merry Christmas everyone from White Watch Fire Control #headsetheros Stay safe 🙏

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@DSFireUpdates

6 years

#Taunton #BlueWatch rescued this terrier from INSIDE the canal bank near Maunsel Lock. His cries were heard by Mr&Mrs Tracey (pictured) who were passing by and called us to help. His owner was located by @RSPCA_official and they were reunited! #happyending

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Thank you to @marksandspencer for joining @AldiUK and @Waitrose in stopping selling disposable BBQs. We have been battling a fire on Bolberry Down in Devon since the end of May that is believed to have started by a disposable BBQ. We hope other retailers will follow suit.

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Fire Control have located another caller who's car had gone off into a ditch by using the #what3words app 👍We can't stress enough how good and important this app is, please download it and get family members too as well 🙏

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

This is Shannan from White Watch Control who has just received a Chiefs commendation letter from @DWFireRescue for her part in dealing with a persons reported fire in Dorset. 2 operators from Green Watch have also been recognised. Thanks for the recognition @DWFireControl #Proud

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@DSFireUpdates

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Anthony has returned to his dream job as an on-call firefighter after suffering a horrific hand injury which ended his career for seven years. He said: "It is the best job in the world, you have the chance to help people on the worst day of their life."

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Our heartfelt thoughts are with the family and everyone involved in responding to this tragic incident. Our officers remain at the scene working alongside the police. Investigations into the cause of the fire continue and we are working closely with specialist scene investigators

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@DSFireUpdates

1 year

Congratulations to Devon and Somerset Watch Manager Ed Durante and Cornwall firefighter Craig Jones who have received the Queen's Commendation for Bravery for rescuing the occupants of a vehicle that crashed and caught fire on the A38 in June 2021.

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Today we say goodbye to Watch Manager Steve Isaac, who passed away after a long battle with cancer. All our thoughts are with his colleagues, family, friends and all who knew him.

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1 year

Wow what a busy Christmas Eve night shift that was for Fire Control 🙄10 pump persons reported hotel fire, followed by another persons reported fire 😟thankfully everybody was safe and ok 🙏 Merry Christmas all from Fire Control. Stay safe #headsetheros #here24hours

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

We currently have a large number of resources in attendance at a fire on Dartmoor - more updates to follow

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Exciting news…Brixham on-call firefighters have moved into their new modern community station. 🚒 This is part of our ongoing investment into our estates, ensuring our community and firefighters' safety.

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Congratulations to our new on-call firefighter recruits who have completed their training: Francois Rensberg, Thomas Riches, Ben Kapur, Ben Steele, Samuel Hunt, Chris Walter, Graham Searle, Oliver Boyce, Bow Jackson, Steve Ross, Liam Thick, Chris Briggs, Russell Windows 🚒 👨🏼‍🚒 👩🏻‍🚒

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

Six of our firefighters are preparing to run 200 miles to London, fundraising for #GrenfellTower colleagues @run4grenfell

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

So amongst other incidents today we have dealt with 2 Cow rescues 🐮 a Horse rescue 🐴 a Cat rescued from a roof being attacked by a Seagull 🐱and a boat 🛥️on the A30 😮🤷‍♂️ #Itmustbesunnyoutthere 😉 #lovethisjob

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@DSFireUpdates

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This is Connie and Sara from White watch fire control having just completed the Exeter half marathon this morning 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️ They have even come in for their night shift tonight as well 😮true #Headsetheros #Gonnaregretitinthemorning 😅

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen as announced by the palace today. Our thoughts are with the Royal family at this sad time.

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The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.

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3 years

Thanks to all our crews who helped to support this huge multi-agency effort to reach the point of detonation.

Devon & Cornwall Police

@DC_Police

3 years

UPDATE: This is the moment a WW2 bomb was detonated in #Exeter . Image courtesy of Exeter City Council. #Police would like to thank the residents of Exeter, particularly the 2,600 evacuated households and our partner agencies who have worked so hard to ensure the safety of all

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7 years

Emergency crews defending #glastonburyfestival2017 working together @ASPolice @swasFT

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1 year

Well that's a first! just took a fire call for an incident in The Highlands in Scotland 😮 (caller was notified of incident but holidaying in Devon). Quick call to our colleagues in @fire_scot and attendance promptly sent 👍 #headsetheros

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

We're currently tackling a large moorland fire near Tavy Cleave, north of Tavistock. Please avoid the area.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Don’t miss seeing Digby our therapy dog and his handler Matt on ITV This Morning being interviewed by Dr Scott Miller today on @ITV @thismorning #Digby #InternationalAssistanceDogWeek

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

👀 we’re aware that some people have arrived nearby to get a glimpse/photo of the fire. This is extremely dangerous and certainly not an essential journey! Please stay away from the area for your own safety.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Did you know...? Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, our amazing colleagues have volunteered to help with: 🚑 Driving frontline ambulances 😷 Fitting PPE for NHS and clinical support staff 💉 Setting up Covid-19 mass vaccination centres (there's more - a thread...)

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Two aerial ladder platforms are now in use at the Tiverton Business Park fire. Firefighters are continuing to tackle the fire and prevent it spreading to neighbouring properties

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@DSFireUpdates

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We've been supporting @swasFT since April 2020 by driving ambulances. “We are proud to continue working alongside our emergency service colleagues to support the national effort to deal with this pandemic," says Chief Fire Officer Lee Howell. Here's how we helped in December

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@DSFireUpdates

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This week, we are celebrating the #UnsungHeroes who work behind the scenes in our Control Room. 🎉 They are an inspiration to us all, and this video shows it! Take a look at future Firefighter in Control, 4 (and a half) year-old Jack. #InternationalControlRoomWeek

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Happy birthday to the NHS! Thank you to the NHS, key workers and everyone who has made a difference in their community. 👏 👏 👏 #ThankYouTogether 💙

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@DSFireUpdates

1 year

Devastating news from @fire_scot . Our heartfelt condolences to Barry’s family, friends, and colleagues. We are thinking of you all at this sad time.

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Congratulations to our new on-call firefighter recruits who have completed their training. Aaron Hawkings, Wellington; Brandon Milburn, Chard; Toby Taylor-Bashford, Exmouth; Stuart Henry, Somerton; Christopher Gowing, Exmouth and Lewis Thornhill, Wells.

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3 years

Wow what a night shift Blue watch had in Fire Control 😬a 12 pump thatch roof fire 😯and an 8 pump barn fire 🤦‍♂️superb job done dealing with these incidents and juggling resources to keep fire cover for the rest of the counties. Off to bed for some well earned 😴😴 #headsetheros

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

Multi-agency working at The Royal Clarence Hotel, Exeter.

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8 years

Fire crews rescue 38-year-old wonkey #donkey Troy from a kitchen in Somerset

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Our crew from Taunton successfully rescued a Border Terrier dog that had been stuck down a rabbit hole for nearly 8 hours 😧They used camera equipment to locate it and then manage to dig it free 😀👍🙏

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

We’d like to congratulate Ian ‘Fred’ German on his retirement after 39 years at @DSFireUpdates . Fred joined the Service as a mechanic in 1982. We thank him for his dedication and support to our Service operations. Wishing you all the best Fred #thankyou #retirement

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Fire Control would like to wish you all a very happy and safe Christmas Day. This is the crew that are on a day shift today, the mighty blue watch. Enjoy your day, eat too much and relax with your loved ones. #DSFRS #FireandRescueAtChristmas #BlueWatch #ChristmasDay

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Operations to extinguish the cliffside gorse fire near Salcombe are wrapping up today after we pumped a million litres of sea water each six hour tidal window for days to get enough water to create a fire break. Thanks to everyone for their consideration.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

A crew from Cheddar assisted @RSPCA_official rescuing Terry the Tawny Owl from a chimney at a property in Stone Allerton. We have to say he’s rather cute 🦉😍 good job all round!

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

We're remembering the #PlymouthBlitz . (A thread). 🚨 80 years ago today at 9pm, the control room in Guildhall received the first reports of major fire. 🔥 The destruction was severe. People 35 miles away could see the flames. Photo credit: Chris Robinson.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

❤️Love flourishes this Valentine’s day❤️ The pandemic has brought this emergency services couple together. Firefighter Martin and @SWASfT paramedic Lauren have announced their engagement. The couple met working together during covid-19. Read more:

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Well that was a busy night for White watch Fire control 🤨Dealing with a 10 pump commercial fire and a 5 pump persons reported fire. We got by with a little help of 🍕😋Well done to control and all crews involved. Back again tonight for round 2 🥊 #headsetheros #Alwaysheretohelp

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@DSFireUpdates

5 years

Congratulations to our latest on-call recruits who have completed their course today and will now start responding to incidents. Good luck to you all in your future careers!

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@DSFireUpdates

1 year

Our thoughts are with the @fire_scot firefighters who have been injured in today’s fire in Edinburgh. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Firefighter critically injured in Jenners blaze in Edinburgh

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service says five firefighters were treated in hospital after tackling the blaze in Edinburgh.

www.bbc.co.uk

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Just taken over from Green Watch Fire Control. Wow what a day they've had 😮 over 126 fire calls, including a high-rise fire, barn fire, 2 serious domestic property fires, and a rescue from water! 👏 Bravo and true #Headsetheros . ☎️🚒

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Tonight is Sasha's last shift on Green watch Fire Control before leaving for her promotion at Taunton fire station as a crew manager on Blue watch. We wish you the best of luck Sasha in your new role!🔥🚒👩‍🚒🧯

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

We will remember them. #Remembrance2020

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Congratulations to our new on-call firefighter recruits, who have completed their core skills training and will now be heading back to their stations ready to attend incidents. More information about joining us as an on-call firefighter is on our website

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

We are supporting @NFCC_FireChiefs as part of a national effort to supply firefighting equipment to help in Ukraine. As Devon at Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, we have supplied firefighter clothing and helmets, hoses, rescue equipment and ladders.

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

This #DrowningPreventionDay please familiarise yourself with how to use a throwline - it could save someone's life. If you find yourself in the water, float to live and shout for help. #floattolive #respectthewater #bewateraware

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@DSFireUpdates

1 year

Welcome to our new wholetime firefighter recruits, pictured at Service headquarters during their induction day. They will shortly be starting their recruits course before joining their fire station watches across the Service. Good luck to all of you!

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@DSFireUpdates

2 years

As the nation mourns, we also remember those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on 11 September 2001, including the firefighters and emergency services family who ran towards danger to help those in need. Our thoughts remain with those affected by the events on 9/11.

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@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Congratulations to our latest on-call recruits for successfully completing their 12 day initial core skills training course. This means they can all now respond to operational incidents. Good luck everyone! 🚒 👍 ❤️

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@DSFireUpdates

3 years

Latest update from scene - Two 4x4 vehicles currently undertaking a watching brief from various vantage points. No significant fire spread identified 🚒

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@DSFireUpdates

7 years

A heartfelt thank you to all those supporting our firefighters today with food and drink Local businesses and especially RRT.

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

2 years

Happy Christmas from White watch fire control 👍🎄 We will be with you tomorrow night and Boxing night as well. Hopefully you won't need to call us, but if you do we are here to help ☎️👍 #headsetheros

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

7 years

Big thank you to the families of our staff and primary employers of on-call firefighters for enabling them to be at #exeterfire for so long

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

2 years

🌈"You shouldn't be afraid of who you want to be, just embrace the moment and enjoy life for who you are." Nick from Honiton Fire Station talks about his experience working for the Service for LGBT+ History Month. Thanks to firefighters at Honiton Fire Station for this video.

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

4 months

Just a reminder of our opening times during the festive break. Fire Control wishes you all a very merry and safe Christmas. Hopefully you won't need to speak to us, but if you do, we are here for any emergencies 🚨 #headsetheros

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

10 years

Remember these signs? If you're stuck in #floodwater , you probably went past them 10 seconds ago #ukstorm2014 http://t.co/zIgiPEylud

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Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

@DSFireUpdates

4 years

Congratulations to our latest on-call recruits for successfully completing their 12 day initial core skills training course. This means they can all now respond to operational incidents. Good luck everyone! 🚒 🚒 🚒

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